Strategist Spies Value in Energy, Tech

Kate Warne of Edward Jones, who favors large-cap equities, is wary of commodities and long-term bonds.

Individual investors have a bad habit of reacting emotionally to market swings by selling low and buying high.

Instead, they should stay in the market, avoid emotional mistakes and think long term, says Kate Warne, investment strategist of St. Louis-based Edward Jones, which caters exclusively to individual investors.

That's part of a larger strategy focused on quality investments and diversification. Warne thinks equities...